Predicting Kaizer Chiefs' XI against Stellenbosch - Asanele Velebayi in place of Pule Mmodi and Luke Baartman to come in for Mduduzi Shabalala as Amakhosi prepare for Soweto derby?

One of the standout figures in the Amakhosi setup, and given that he is the captain, he will have additional leadership duties as they tackle Stellenbosch on their own turf.

Will the South African keep another clean sheet in a season he has been quite impressive in so far?

This is a position that has seen stiff competition, with Reeve Frosler and Dillon Solomons all fighting for starting slots.

However, the former Orlando Pirates fullback has been trusted on several occasions, and he has not disappointed when deployed.

At times, the Chiefs coaches have deployed Aden McCarthy as a makeshift left back. With Bradley Cross not fit, the former Bucs star will continue in the department. 

After his full recovery from a serious injury, Msimango has won the trust of the coaches as he slowly fights his way back into the starting XI.

Injuries to Rushwin Dortlley and Inácio Miguel, as well as McCarthy's suspension, have been a blessing in disguise for Msimango.

Kwinika has been a regular starter for Amakhosi at the centre of defence this season.

Whether he is paired with Miguel, McCarthy, or Msimango, he has produced impressive performances. 

The experienced former Mamelodi Sundowns player has worked hard and made his way into the starting team, and his performance makes him undroppable.

George Matlou was among the players who were criticised for below-par performance against Zamalek in their last Confederation Cup group stage.

As Matlou is yet to see his fitness level hit the peak, Ndlovu is a prime candidate to partner Maboe in midfield.

Chiefs' lead playmaker, and if Amakhosi must create as many goal-scoring chances, Shabalala must be on top of his game.

This is a match he needs to shine in and prove critics, who have always questioned his abilities, wrong.

The forward is flourishing as he mainly operates from the wings.

His speed, eye for goals, and ability to spot his teammates in better goal-scoring positions make him a thorn in the flesh of rival defenders.

Another Chiefs forward who has faced criticism for his low output in terms of goals and creation of clear chances.

However, his finishing has been wanting, and some Amakhosi fans feel Asanele Velebayio should be considered. 

Throughout the season so far, Amakhosi's inability to convert chances into goals has been a challenge.

This concern has put the club's strikers, specifically Silva and Etiosa Ighodaro, into a sharp negative limelight.

However, in recent games, Silva has been trying hard and is likely to be deployed as the lead attacker again.